{"product_id":"beckhoff-el9184-ethercat-terminal-potential-distribution-terminal","title":"BECKHOFF EL9184 EtherCAT Terminal Potential Distribution Terminal","description":"\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBECKHOFF EL9184\u003c\/strong\u003e is a potential distribution terminal designed for space-saving potential routing directly within an EtherCAT Terminal segment. Operating as a passive terminal, this module provides 16 connection points in a compact 12 mm High Density (HD) housing, making it an efficient alternative to traditional external terminal blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy accessing the internal power contacts of the adjacent EtherCAT Terminals, the \u003cstrong\u003eBECKHOFF EL9184\u003c\/strong\u003e distributes 8 potential points of 24 V DC and 8 potential points of 0 V DC. This configuration enables direct, neat, and organized wiring for multiple sensors, actuators, and control devices without consuming unnecessary DIN rail space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquipped with advanced connection technology, this potential distribution terminal simplifies wiring tasks during assembly and maintenance. Its passive architecture ensures it does not require process image data or E-bus current to function, serving purely to optimize field-side power distribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProvides 16 potential distribution points: 8 x 24 V DC and 8 x 0 V DC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e12 mm High Density (HD) housing optimizes cabinet space requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect plug-in (push-in) connection technology for toolless solid wire installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpring-actuated terminals for easy connection of stranded wires and ferrules.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePassive system design with 0-bit process image width.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnsures clean wiring layout by eliminating external distribution strips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrated potential distribution derived directly from the power contacts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eField-side power distribution for multi-sensor and multi-actuator configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDecentralized control systems requiring local 24 V DC and 0 V DC division.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpace-constrained electrical control cabinets and DIN rail assemblies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIndustrial machinery using high-density I\/O configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGeneral\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eParameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSpecification\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBECKHOFF\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eExact Model\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eEL9184\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePotential distribution terminal\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHousing Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHD (High Density) housing\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHousing Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e12 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHousing Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003ePolycarbonate\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eElectrical\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eParameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSpecification\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNominal Voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMax. 60 V DC\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eCurrent Load per Power Contact\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMax. 10 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eE-Bus Current Consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e0 mA (passive)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eElectrical Isolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e500 V (E-bus \/ field potential)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBit Width in Process Image\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eConnection and Wiring\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eParameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSpecification\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eConnection Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDirect plug-in (push-in technique)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNumber of Connection Points\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e16 (8 x 24 V, 8 x 0 V)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSolid Wire Cross-Section\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e0.08 to 1.5 mm² (AWG 28 to 16)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eStranded Wire Cross-Section\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e0.25 to 1.5 mm² (AWG 22 to 16)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFerrule Cross-Section\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e0.14 to 0.75 mm² (AWG 26 to 19)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eStripping Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e8 to 9 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eMechanical and Environmental\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eParameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSpecification\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDimensions (W x H x D)\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e12 mm x 100 mm x 68 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eApprox. 60 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e-25 to +60 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eStorage Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e-40 to +85 degC\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      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